Catholic Health

Nuclear Med Technologist-Lic

West Islip, NY, US

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 16 hours ago

Process ImprovementPatient CareRadiologyCommunication

About the role

Overview Good Samaritan University Hospital is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our Diagnostic Imaging team.
Job Details Responsibilities Provide exceptional patient care before, during, and after nuclear medicine procedures, ensuring patient comfort, safety, and well-being throughout the examination.
Establish effective communication with patients and their families by introducing yourself, explaining procedures, answering questions, and addressing concerns.

In this role, you will perform high-quality nuclear medicine procedures while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and exceptional care.
Monitor and manage intravenous lines, including central lines, mediports, PICC lines, oxygen supplies, drains, and other patient support equipment as appropriate.
Deliver care with professionalism, compassion, and respect for patient rights and confidentiality.
Perform nuclear medicine imaging procedures in accordance with departmental protocols, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
Maintain accurate documentation of administered radiopharmaceuticals, quality control testing, patient records, and regulatory documentation.
Register and check in patients, accurately enter and manage orders within the hospital information system, and maintain PACS quality assurance and quality control processes.
Monitor imaging equipment performance and perform routine quality control procedures on imaging systems, storage media, radiation detection, and counting equipment.
Maintain compliance with all hospital, state, federal, and radiation safety regulations.

Confirm the appropriateness of requested procedures and collaborate with the referring physician or authorized user when clarification is required.
Ensure all required pre-procedure preparations have been completed, including fasting, hydration, thyroid-blocking medications, bowel preparation, medication adjustments, and other protocol-specific requirements.
Graduate of an accredited two-year Nuclear Medicine Technology program required.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required.

The ideal candidate is committed to clinical excellence, maintains the highest standards of professionalism, and thrives in a collaborative healthcare environment.
Obtain and document pertinent patient history and maintain accurate records within PACS and the electronic medical record.
Maintain appropriate inventories of radiopharmaceuticals, medical and surgical supplies, storage media, and other materials necessary for efficient department operations.
Qualifications Education High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Current New York State Department of Health (NYS/DOH) license required.
The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits.

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